Pleated blind made of modules for damping

Abstract

Damping element, characterized in that it is preferably made from a plurality of preferably pluggable modules.

Description

[0001] Especially in modern rooms with hard surfaces, the problem of reverberation is often encountered due to the lack of sound-reducing components. Sound-absorbing components often do not meet the visual requirements.

[0002] The aim of this invention is to create a visually appealing furnishing element with optimized sound and shock absorption. Since felt has proven itself as a sound and shock-absorbing material in the automotive industry, among other areas, this invention achieves a further improvement by increasing the absorbing surface area. Furthermore, this invention improves the insulating properties and, in the case of wool felt, the air purification properties.

[0003] My inventions DE202009002388U1 + 202018001926U1 describe modular sheet structures and bead-like elements for damping, which are combined in this invention to achieve further variability.

[0004] The aim of this invention is to produce reversible, changeable, replaceable, repairable, damping elements from a preferably homogeneous material, preferably felt, without sewing or gluing.

[0005] The material used, preferably thin wool felt, is preferably assembled by joining individual modules to form flat structures, which are then draped in a pleated pattern, preferably at parallel intervals. The resulting pleats, together with the surface-enlarging modules, create the dampening effect.

[0006] The freedom of combination through the various possibilities of connection and arrangement allows for unlimited sizes and variations. Here, we again refer to the 4th dimension of change, described in DE202009002388U1. (Individual modules can be connected, separated, and reconnected to form a new structure without tools. The 4th dimension means that time becomes another determining factor: We define 4D textile as a changeable, modular surface structure. It is, so to speak, a "building block" system based on the "LEGO" principle, allowing for reversible constructions.)

[0007] Additionally, visual variations are possible, achieved through incisions, pressing, or quilting (honeycomb structure). Instead of stitched quilting, other joining options such as gluing, welding, screwing, or similar are also possible.

[0008] By selecting the appropriate material strength, choosing the spacing between the individual pleats, the pleat height, and the number of pleats, the degree of hardness, the damping effect, and the insulation capacity can be varied. Pockets or cavities created by folding and joining can be filled with fillings to improve the damping effect.

[0009] As is generally known and already described in 20 2018 001 926 U1, felt naturally possesses, in addition to its pleasant tactile properties, sound-absorbing, moisture-regulating, and aesthetically pleasing qualities. Felt can be produced in a wide variety of colors and finished in a variety of ways. For example, felt can be printed and made water-resistant, mold-resistant, insect-resistant, flame-resistant, or dirt-repellent.

[0010] In addition to felt, other textile and / or artificial (such as plastics) or ceramic materials can also be used. The elements presented can be used for a variety of purposes, depending on requirements. For example, they could be used for impact and sound reduction in interior areas, for example, as carpets, tapestries, ceiling panels, room dividers, baffles, tiles, cushions, upholstery, pads, covers, curtains, shelves, lampshades, pen and CD holders, as furniture upholstery, or similar, or for impact reduction in areas such as laptop or camera bags. The improved insulation properties could be used, for example, as champagne coolers. Use in residential and commercial areas, in recording studios, concert halls, or home theaters are just a few possible applications. Explanations of the embodiment

[0011] They show: Fig. Scheme of a module design with the sections to be threaded (1.1) and the notches (1.2) into which the sections (1.1) are inserted. Fig. Scheme of a module design with the incisions (2.1)+(2.2). Fig. Scheme of a module design with the incisions (3.1)+(3.2). Fig. One possibility for the design of an element assembled from modules with an insert pocket (container for storage, tile, wall tile, etc.). Fig. one possibility for the execution of an element made up of modules or a connecting element with a hole (tile, wall tile, etc.). Fig. A possibility for creating a border, part, or storage element assembled from modules. (Bag, packaging, etc.) Fig. A possible way to create an acoustic object as a hollow body in which several elements are assembled from modules (vase, lamp, diffuser, baffle, etc.). Fig. A possible way to create an acoustic object as a hollow body in which several elements with openings are assembled from modules to form a stack (vase, lampshade, baffle, vase, lantern, etc.). Fig. a possibility of designing an acoustic object as a hollow body in which several elements from modules are assembled into 2 connected stacks (vase, lampshade, baffle, vase, lantern etc.) which are malleable as a whole and can be stretched like an accordion (acoustic desk divider etc.). Fig. a possibility of designing an acoustic object as a hollow body with internal slats, in which several elements from modules are combined to form 2 connected stacks (vase, lampshade, baffle, vase, lantern, etc.) which are malleable as a whole and can be stretched like an accordion (acoustic desk divider, etc.). Fig. a possibility of implementing an acoustic object in which several elements from modules are combined to form two connected stacks, which as a whole are malleable and can be stretched like an accordion (acoustic desk divider, room divider, partition wall, etc.). Fig. One possibility for the execution of an acoustic object in which several elements from modules are combined to form two connected stacks, which as a whole can be shaped and stretched like an accordion (table partition, room divider, etc.). Fig. a possibility of implementing an acoustic object in which several elements are assembled from modules to form stacks that can be shaped as a whole and stretched like an accordion (partition wall, lamp, room divider, baffle, etc.). Fig. a possibility of implementing an acoustic object in which several elements made up of modules are assembled into stacks and folded / compressed (17.1.), which as a whole are formable and can be stretched like an accordion (partition wall, lamp, room divider, baffle, etc.). Fig. a possibility of implementing an acoustic object in which several elements are assembled from modules to form stacks that can be shaped as a whole and stretched like an accordion (partition wall, lamp, room divider, baffle, etc.). Fig. a possibility of implementing an acoustic object in which several elements from modules are combined to form a coherent stack that is malleable as a whole, stretchable like an accordion (acoustic desk divider, partition wall, lamp, room divider, etc.). Fig. a possibility of implementing an acoustic object in which several elements from modules are assembled into a stack that is turnable and moldable as a whole, can be stretched like an accordion and is assembled as a ring (partition wall, table object, lamp, wall + ceiling element, baffle, etc.). Fig. a possibility of implementing an acoustic object in which several elements from modules are assembled into several connected stacks, which as a whole are malleable, stretchable like an accordion, and joined together as a ring (baffle, column, vase, room divider, etc.). Fig. One possible design for an acoustic object in which several elements are assembled from modules in stacks that are moldable as a whole, stretchable like an accordion, and joined together as a ring. (Partition wall, table object, lamp, wall + ceiling element, baffle, etc.). Fig. Each of these acoustic objects is designed in a stack of modules, which can be molded and stretched accordion-like (baffle, column, wall object, vase, etc.). Fig. A possible way of creating an acoustic object in which several elements are assembled from modules to form a stack, which as a whole is malleable and expandable like an accordion (room divider, desk divider, table object, lamp, etc.). Fig. a possibility of implementing a (round) folded module. Fig. a possibility of implementing a folded module. Fig. Each of these acoustic elements is a possible design for an acoustic object, in which several elements are assembled from modules into stacks, which can be molded as a whole and stretched accordion-like. The openings and the internal slatted structure further improve the acoustic properties. The cavities can be used as containers / pockets (room dividers, baffles, diffusers, lighting objects, etc.). Fig. Each of these acoustic elements is a possible design for an acoustic object in which several elements are assembled from modules into stacks, which can be molded as a whole and stretched accordion-like. The hollow spaces further improve the damping properties. The hollow spaces can be used as containers / pockets (room dividers, baffles, light objects, etc.). Fig. A possible way to create an acoustic object by combining several modules. The raised areas and hollow spaces (bubble structure) further improve the acoustic properties, and the hollow spaces can be used as containers or illuminated (carpet, wall panel, room divider, etc.). Fig. A possible way to create an acoustic object by combining several modules. The raised sections (bubble structure) further improve the acoustic properties, and the hollow spaces can be used as containers or illuminated (carpet, wall panel, room divider, etc.). Fig. A possible way to create an acoustic object by combining several modules. The raised elements (inflated or flat bubble structure) further vary the acoustic properties, and the hollow spaces can be used as containers or illuminated (carpet, wall panel, room divider, mattress, upholstery, etc.). Fig. A possible way to create an acoustic object by combining several modules. The raised areas or perforations further vary the acoustic properties, and the hollow spaces can be used as containers or illuminated. (Carpet, wall panel, room divider, mattress, upholstery, etc.). Fig. A possible way to create an acoustic object in which several modules are combined. The partially flat or inflated elevations (bubble structure) further vary the acoustic properties. (Carpet, rug, upholstery, wall panel, room divider, etc.). Fig. One possible design for an acoustic object in which several elements are assembled from modules (tiles, wall panels, carpets, runners, table decorations, lighting, curtains, scarves, partitions, etc.). Fig. A possible design for an acoustic object in which several elements are assembled and stacked from modules. The acoustic properties are further varied by the raised sections or perforations. 45.1 shows the internal pleated or slatted structure, which further improves sound absorption. The perforations can be used as storage compartments or illuminated (room divider, table partition, light object, baffle, diffuser, wall object, etc.). Fig. A possible way to create an acoustic object by combining several modules. The raised sections (inflated or flat bubble structure, or flat back) and openings further vary the acoustic properties. The perforations can be used as storage compartments or illuminated (carpet, light object, wall panel, cushion, room divider, etc.). Fig. A possible way of creating an acoustic object in which several elements are assembled from modules. The acoustic properties are further varied through the elevations (inflated bubble structure) and openings. The hollow spaces with perforations can be used as storage compartments or illuminated. (Carpet, wall panel, room divider, wall, wall covering, etc.) 47.1 shows the Fig. modules shown for assembly. Fig. Each module can be designed in a way that can be used for assembly. Fig. A possible way to create an acoustic object in which several elements are assembled from modules. The raised elements (bubble structure) further vary the acoustic properties. (Carpet, tile, wall panel, room divider, etc.) QUOTES CONTAINED IN THE DESCRIPTION

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[0000] DE 202009002388U1 [0003, 0006]

Claims

[1] Damping element, characterized by that it is preferably made from a plurality of preferably pluggable modules. [2] Damping element according to claim 1 characterized by that the element is preferably changeable, exchangeable, expandable, configurable, repairable, accordion-like stretchable and collapsible, collapsible and foldable, transportable, (space-saving) stowable, and available as a kit. [3] Damping element according to one or more of claims 1-2 characterized by that it is preferably draped and held in shape by a slatted, pleated or origami-like fold structure as a diffuser, preferably reversibly. [4] Damping element according to one or more of claims 1-3, characterized by that the damping preferably concerns physical damping types, further preferably sound or kinetic energy. [5] Damping element according to one or more of claims 1-4, characterized by that it is preferably kept in shape without seams. [6] Damping element according to one or more of claims 1-5, characterized by that preferably, if at all, only the ends are held in shape by seams, zippers, Velcro fasteners, pins or glues. [7] Damping element or diffuser according to one or more of claims 1-6, characterized by that a variation of the absorbing surface and thus improved sound absorption is achieved preferably by varying the number and arrangement of the modules or folds. [8] Damping element according to one or more of claims 1-7, characterized by that the degree of hardness, the damping effect and the insulating capacity can be varied by using the appropriate strength of the material used, the choice of the distances between the individual folds, the possible additional filling used and the height of the folds. [9] Damping element according to one or more of claims 1-8, characterized by that the degree of damping and the appearance can be varied by using preferably organic or inorganic materials, which can preferably be cut, punched, cast or milled and preferably by punching, perforating, roughening or other manipulation of the material used and the cut edges or folds. [10] Damping element according to one or more of claims 1-9, characterized by that by using the material used, preferably wool felt, the quality of the air can be improved or balanced, preferably with regard to pollutants, temperature or humidity. [11] Damping element according to one or more of claims 1-10, characterized bythat the appearance and / or the damping effect or the insulating capacity can be varied by using coatings, laminations, painting or printing on the material used. [12] Damping element according to one or more of claims 1-11, characterized by that the material used can be used with or without one or more visible or invisible, dimensionally stable or malleable frames, holding or supporting devices, preferably for reinforcement, shaping or optical reasons. [13] Damping element according to one or more of claims 1-12, characterized by that it can have mounting openings for the frame, which can be closed with corresponding, optically variable covers. [14] Damping element according to one or more of claims 1-13, characterized bythat the folds or combination or arrangement of the modules preferably form tunnel-like or air bubble-like structures, which preferably contribute to improved sound absorption [15] Damping element according to one or more of claims 1-14, characterized by that the appearance, shape, degree of damping, stability or type of use can be varied, preferably through the use of additional gathers or (point) quilting, through preferably reversible visible or invisible screw connections, plug-in or clamping devices or attachments. [16] Damping element according to one or more of claims 1-15, characterized by that the appearance or design can be varied, preferably through the arrangement itself, the use of individual or multiple elements. [17] Damping element according to one or more of claims 1-16, characterized bythat the appearance or design can be varied, preferably by using single-coloured, multi-coloured or double-sided material combinations. [18] Damping element according to one or more of claims 1-17, characterized by that the appearance, design or degree of damping can be varied, preferably by using single-layer or multi-layer use of the elements or material. [19] Damping element according to one or more of claims 1-18, characterized by that the appearance, the technical application or the design can be varied, preferably by using differently raised (inflated) sections. [20] Damping element according to one or more of claims 1-19, characterized bythat the folds, in addition to their primarily cushioning properties, can also be used for technical applications (e.g., storage of objects). (Conceivable, but not limited to, pockets for multimedia, papers, cards, grooves for pens, etc.) [21] Damping element according to one or more of claims 1-20, characterized by that the use is possible but not limited to as a carpet, tapestry, ceiling panel, room divider, wardrobe, cabin, baffle, stele, table, tiles, pillow, upholstery, pad, seat, lying area, mattress, storage area, shelf, vessel, storage compartments, cover, curtain, tray, vase, lampshade, pen holder, CD holder, furniture, upholstery fabric, fashion, bag, jewelry, packaging, laptop or camera bag, champagne cooler, protective bag. [22] Damping element according to one or more of claims 1-21, characterized bythat the use is possible but not limited to interior, residential, commercial, recording studio, concert hall or home cinema.

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